As the operations manager for PCL’s Seattle office, Peter Losh plays a key role in supporting project teams and ensuring successful execution across the Northwest region. His career with PCL began immediately after graduating from the University of Washington (UW), and he has remained with the company for over two decades.

Born and raised in Seattle, Losh initially pursued computer science at UW but found the field too abstract. A turning point came when he discovered the university’s construction management program, which aligned more closely with his hands-on experience working construction jobs throughout college. This realization led him to shift his academic focus and he ultimately connected with PCL at a university career fair.

Twenty years later, Losh has been a part of dozens of projects – including iconic structures like Spire in downtown Seattle – that have helped to shape buildings and infrastructure across the Northwest region. Yet his very first project, the C755 Link Light Rail project for Sound Transit, remains one of the most impactful. This five-mile-long precast elevated bridge introduced Losh to the scale and complexity of infrastructure work. The experience was formative, offering exposure to a wide range of construction disciplines and the opportunity to learn from seasoned PCL leaders.

For Losh, the decision to build his career at PCL is rooted in the company’s culture of employee ownership. He values the sense of shared responsibility and collaboration that ownership fosters; it’s not just a financial benefit, it’s a mindset.

From a client’s perspective, Losh believes this ownership model is a key differentiator. PCL employees are personally invested in the success of every project. That level of commitment translates into a higher standard of care, attention to detail and long-term thinking. As Losh often puts it, “We’re not just building your project, we’re investing in it.”

Beyond ownership, the strength of PCL’s people and culture sets the company apart. The company has operated for over 30 years in Seattle, and the average employee tenure in the local office is over 10 years. That longevity reflects a deep investment in the region and clients benefit from this continuity, as well as the team’s ability to leverage a wide range of experience.